DHL invests EUR 130 m in Riyadh logistics hub
DHL Supply Chain has announced a EUR 130 m investment to build a major logistics and distribution hub at Saudi Arabia's Special Integrated Logistics Zone (SILZ) in Riyadh. This initiative, supporting the Kingdom's Vision 2030, aims to fortify national supply chain infrastructure and facilitate efficient import and export flows. The new facility will cover a 78,000 sqm site, including 53,000 sqm of advanced multi-user warehouse space catering to various sectors such as technology, retail, automotive and e-commerce.
Construction is set to begin in Q1 2026, with completion anticipated by Q2 2027. This hub will strategically position DHL to support the region's fast-growing logistics market, enhancing connectivity between Asia, Europe and Africa. DHL's managing director in KSA, Mostapha Mokdad, highlighted the project's potential to create new jobs and support local workforce development, reflecting the company's commitment to align with Saudi Arabia's development objectives.